SayPro Monthly – June
Report Code: SCSPR-14
Title: International Institutions and Strategic Partnerships
Prepared By: SayPro International Institutions Strategic Partnerships Office
Supervised By: SayPro Strategic Partnerships Royalty
Objective: Consolidate SayPro’s position with international institutions
1. Executive Summary
In June, SayPro focused on intensifying its global engagement efforts by strengthening ties with international institutions and building robust strategic partnerships. These activities were guided by SayPro’s long-term vision to position itself as a global leader in development, education, governance innovation, and human capital empowerment. The SayPro International Institutions Strategic Partnerships Office (SIISPO) executed a multi-layered strategy aimed at visibility, policy influence, programmatic collaboration, and donor alignment.
2. Strategic Objectives – June 2025
| Objective Area | Activity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Partnership Building | Initiated new contact with 12 international organizations | 6 MOUs in negotiation, 2 signed |
| Brand Visibility | Participated in 4 international webinars and forums | Increased brand reach in Europe and Africa |
| Alignment & Leverage | Aligned SayPro programs with 4 SDGs and 2 AU Agenda 2063 priorities | Created space for UN/NGO co-funding possibilities |
| Resource Mobilisation | Submitted 5 proposals to global donor agencies | 1 funding approval pending, others under review |
| Institutional Diplomacy | Meetings with 3 diplomatic missions | Advanced bilateral partnership opportunities |
3. Key Engagements and Activities
3.1 High-Level Institutional Meetings
- UNESCO Africa Division – discussed partnership on youth digital skills
- GIZ (Germany) – explored cooperation in youth employment and skills transfer
- SADC Secretariat – proposed SayPro alignment with regional priorities in gender, governance, and education
3.2 Formal Agreements
- African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) – MOU signed to provide SayPro technical support in regional capacity development
- Open Society Foundations – Agreement in final stages for partnership on human rights and civic education
3.3 Strategic Forums Attended
- African Union Youth Strategy Dialogue
- United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) CSO Partnership Roundtable
- International NGO Forum on Climate-Smart Community Development
4. Institutional Positioning Outcomes
- Policy Positioning: SayPro submitted two policy briefs to the AU ECOSOCC, enhancing policy engagement profile.
- Visibility: SayPro brand mentioned in 9 international newsletters; featured in the Global Development Exchange Quarterly.
- Reputation Management: SayPro was officially endorsed as a contributing member to the “Global Compact for Youth Empowerment” by the Commonwealth Secretariat.
5. Challenges Faced
| Challenge | Response |
|---|---|
| Time zone coordination with multiple stakeholders | Established a rotating virtual coordination team |
| Competition for visibility in large forums | Produced SayPro branded multimedia and commissioned expert speakers |
| Documentation delays for MoUs | Introduced new MoU fast-track protocol for SIISPO |
6. Strategic Recommendations
- Expand Liaison Desks: Establish SayPro Liaison Desks in Geneva, Addis Ababa, and New York to ensure continuous engagement with key multilaterals.
- Knowledge Products: Develop regular policy briefs and institutional learning papers to maintain intellectual visibility.
- Global Internship Program: Launch SayPro Global Fellows program to connect young professionals to international partner institutions.
7. Outlook – July & Q3 Priorities
- Formalize at least 5 new MOUs with international institutions.
- Launch SayPro Diplomatic Strategy 2025–2030 with global partners.
- Organize the SayPro International Summit on Multilateral Development and Inclusion (virtual format).
- Conduct capacity-building workshops for SayPro staff on working with global funding mechanisms.
8. Closing Note from Strategic Partnerships Royalty
“The work of SayPro International Institutions Strategic Partnerships Office is not just about forming relationships—it’s about shaping our place in the global ecosystem of development. We are proud to lead this strategic pillar for the benefit of communities across Africa and beyond.”
— SayPro Strategic Partnerships Royalty
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